Porsche Taycan Turbo GT vs. Lucid Air Sapphire: Performance Showdown
The electric car market has seen a significant leap in performance, with two standout models at the forefront: the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT and the Lucid Air Sapphire. Both are hailed as some of the most powerful sedans ever built, but which one reigns supreme? A new video from Edmunds pits these supercars head-to-head, pitting their drag, braking, and cornering capabilities.
Power and Performance
The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT and Lucid Air Sapphire are no strangers to impressive power figures. The Porsche brings 777 hp and 855 lb-ft of torque to everyday usage, with a boost mode kicking its power up to 1,092 hp and 988 lb-ft for a brief time. Meanwhile, the Lucid Air Sapphire boasts an incredible 1,189 total hp and 823 lb-ft.
Edmunds’ Head-to-Head Test
In the video, Edmunds tests both cars in a race involving drag race, braking, and cornering. The Taycan, with its two-speed transmission, can excel in high-speed acceleration, but it fails to match the drag race performance of the Lucid Air Sapphire. Despite the Porsche’s best efforts, the Lucid’s tri-motor set up pulls away, showcasing its dominance in straight-line speed.
Moreover, the braking and cornering tests in Edmunds’ U-Drag revealed that while the Porsche is lighter and offers excellent handling, the Lucid Air Sapphire’s all-wheel-drive system and its exceptional control under heavy braking make it the standout in those areas.
The SUVR Experience
One point worth noting is the braking experience of the models. The Tesla Model S Plaid, with 1,020 hp, has been criticized for its braking capabilities, emphasizing that while the pure power output is staggering, the handling and the safety equipment are equally important. The Taycan Turbo GT, on the other hand, offers a balance of power and agility, making it more fun and predictable on challenging roads.
On the Nurburgring
Both the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT and the Lucid Air Sapphire have made names for themselves on the Nurburgring. While Edmunds’ test primarily focuses on straight-line speed and braking, a race-track test would likely favor the Porsche due to its lighter weight and two-speed transmission, which offers superior high-speed performance.
Conclusion: Which One Takes the Crown?
Both the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT and the Lucid Air Sapphire offer exceptional performance in their own ways. If pure speed and acceleration are your priorities, then the Lucid Air Sapphire is the clear choice. However, those who enjoy preciseness, agility, and the inherent fun of driving an exceptionally well-handled vehicle will prefer the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT.
Looking for the ultimate EV sedan experience? Explore both models yourself and decide which reigns supreme in your garage!
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